Sugar Gliders are a type of small rodent with long, silky fur. They are native to Australia and New Guinea. The sugar glider is a popular pet in the United States, Canada, and Europe.
Sugar Gliders are legal in South Africa as long as you keep them as pets and not for commercial purposes but you will need a permit to keep them.
What are the Different Sugar Gliders?
Sugar Gliders are small, nocturnal animals that have a rodent-like body and the tail of a kangaroo. These animals are native to Australia and are often kept as pets.
Different Sugar Gliders
-Sugar Glider: The most common type of sugar glider is the sugar glider or Petaurus breviceps. This type is typically about 7 inches long and weighs about 3 ounces. It has a long, bushy tail with fur on top and on the bottom. This type lives in trees where it can jump from branch to branch to avoid predators like owls, eagles, or foxes. They also eat mainly fruit, nuts, berries, and flowers which they find in their habitat
-Sugar Baby: The Sugar Baby is a smaller version of the sugar glider that can be found in parts of Queensland Australia including Brisbane and Gold Coast. These animals have an average weight around 1 pound with an average length of around 6 inches.
Where to Keep Your Sugar Glider in South Africa?
Sugar gliders are nocturnal, and in their natural environment, they sleep in trees. To replicate that experience in captivity, place a wooden birdhouse (made of safe wood such as manzanita or eucalyptus), or a fleece pouch with a slit in the side, Attach it to the side of the cage by using plastic c-links to affix it to the mesh or bars.
